Syllabus

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings.  Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.

 

Course Title: Learning Framework

Course Prefix & Number: EDUC 1300

Section Number: 313

Term Code: 161S

Semester Credit Hours: 3

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab Hours: 0

Course Description (NCTC Catalog):

A study of the (1) research and theory in the psychology of learning cognition, and motivation; (2) factors that impact learning, and (3) application of learning strategies.  Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of the college-level student academic strategies.  Students use assessment instruments (e.g. learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and weaknesses as strategic learners.  Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply the learning skills discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners.  Students developing these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned.  This course is cross-listed as PSYC 1300.  The student may register for either EDUC1300 or PSYC1300 but may receive credit for only one of the two.  

Course Prerequisite(s):

Course Type:

x - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)

o- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o - WECM Course

 

Name of Instructor:

Scott Pulte

Campus/Office Location:

Gainesville Campus – Room 111

Telephone Number:

940-668-7731 x4905

E-mail Address:

spulte@nctc.edu

 

Department Chair

Sara Flusche

Office Location:

Gainesville Campus

Telephone Number:

940-668-3351

E-mail Address:

sflusche@nctc.edu

 

 

REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS

The following are required materials for this course:

  • Sherfield , and Moody: Cornerstone:  for college success Pearson, 7th edition, 2014
  • Internet access
  • Canvas Log-in information
  • Microsoft Word®
  • NCTC Student E-mail address
  • Printer

 

The following materials are recommended for this course:

  • Digital or handwritten calendar

 

COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage or Points Values

10

Journals (15 points each)

150 points

10

Class Assignments  (15 points each)

150 points

15

Discussion Forums (15 points each)

300 points

5

Tests (60 points each)

300 points

1

Research Paper

100 points

 

Total Maximum points

1000 points

Grade Scale:   900 –  1000 = A;   800 – 899 = B; 700 – 799 = C;     600 – 699 = D; Below 600 = F

An assignment is considered late if it is not turned in or submitted to the correct drop box on or before the due date and time.

No late work will be accepted for any reason, nor will work be accepted via E-mail.

 

INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS

o A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.

x Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.

o Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.

o  Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.

 

PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT

NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences that parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare student for transfer to a university.

 

DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT

The purpose of the College Preparatory Studies Department is to strengthen the academic skills of underprepared students in order to help them succeed in college –level coursework.

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students who successfully complete EDUC 1300 / PSYC 1300 will be able to:

 Learning Outcomes

  1. Describe the research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation.  Understand abstract concepts such as perception, motivation, personality, self-esteem, memory, consciousness, and intelligence. 
  2. Identify the complexity and diversity of the human organism and of human behavior also requiring a level of creative thinking and in-depth inquiry.  Select from an order to determine which methods will be effective in diverse, dynamic situations including, but not limited to the learning environment. 
  3. Analyze and gain an understanding of historical, biological, psychological, and sociocultural dimensions, of learning and developmental psychology, dimensions that can simultaneously influence human thought, emotion and behavior.  Describe different perspectives of learning and adapt to different learning environments.  Evaluate the quality and conclusions of the research to which they are exposed, which can simultaneously influence human thought, emotion, and behavior.  Students also learn the strengths, weaknesses, and importance of evaluating the effectiveness of learning styles and diverse perspectives.  
  4. Participate in discussion boards and develop commentary regarding other student’s perspectives.  Successfully develop information analysis skills by analyzing the content and conclusions of recent peer reviewed article related to the field of learning. 
  5. Compose writing assignment(s) using Standard American English and basic computer skills.  Complete a weekly journal as a reflective practitioner and to utilize effective written communication of thoughts and ideas.
  6. Identify College Resources.  Strengthen academic performance by identifying key components of the successful student.  Develop self-awareness and career goals within an academic atmosphere. 
  7. Evaluate the consequences of economic situations for the betterment of themselves including the identifying the benefits of budgets and financial goals.
  8. Analyze numerical data and observable facts, and will do so by reading and reviewing a variety of recently published, peer-reviewed, educational and learning psychology articles requiring that students encounter statistical concepts and scientific observation recently undertaken in the field of education, educational psychology, or learning psychology.  Integrate theoretical knowledge with quantitative and qualitative evidence.
  9. Enhance study skills, critical thinking skills, and communication skills.  Identify learning styles and various factors that impact learning. 

 

 

 

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION

Topic

General Description of Subject Matter

Change

Adjusting to the culture of college, nurturing change, and setting your goals.

Engage

Developing your personal & academic motivation.

Persist

Using the tools of self-management to stay in college.

Connect

Connecting with Technology Research, and Information Literacy

Think

Building Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, and Problem Solving Skills.

Prioritize

Planning your time & reducing stress.

Learn

Using your dominant intelligence, preferred learning style, and unique personality type to become an active learner.

Read

Building your reading & comprehension skills for print and online activities.

Record

Cultivating your listening skills & developing a note-taking system that works for you.

Study

Empowering your memory, studying effectively, and taking tests with confidence.

Prosper

Managing your money & your debts wisely.

Present

Speaking with purpose, passion, and power.

Communicate

Communicating, appreciating diversity, and managing conflict.

Live

Developing your plan for wellness & personal responsibility.

Plan

Focusing on your future and professional career.

 

Attendance Policy

Students are required to “log-in” at least three times per week the Canvas tracks your attendance and you are not required to log in with a pin number.  The Canvas program records your activity on the course as well as active time spent.  

Late work will not be accepted. ALL assignments must be completed by 11:59 PM on Sunday unless otherwise noted. Unit/ Chapter assignments will take several hours to complete; please do not wait until the due date to begin readings and assignments. See the calendar for due dates. If an assignment is not submitted on or before the due date, no credit will be given. Late Work can be completed only on Case by Case approved by Scott Pulte and the Department Chair due to a life crisis

 

If you stop participating in the course you need to officially drop the course either online or in the Admissions Office in order to receive a W. You WILL NOT be automatically dropped from the course by the instructor or department. To withdraw from classes online (I believe these are current instructions.  If you need assistance contact the registrar’s office:

·     Select My.NCTC for the NCTC home page

·     Select the Admissions Tab

·     On the bottom right hand corner select "Drop a course online after the Official Date of Record".

·     Fill out the online form and submit

 

 

All drops submitted online will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of submission. If a confirmation is not received, please contact the Admissions office.

 

Check the NCTC calendar or your course syllabus for drop and withdrawal deadlines.  Deadlines will be strictly enforced.

Last day to Withdraw

For the Fall 2016 semester the last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is November 3.  It is your responsibility to process the withdrawal.

Student Rights & Responsibilities

NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct.  These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog.  All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. 

 

NCTC Catalog > Student Handbook > Section II > Discipline and Penalties > Disciplinary Actions > #5: “When cheating, collusion, or plagiarism has occurred beyond any reasonable doubt, the instructor may give the student or students involved an “F” on a particular assignment or in the course. [See Scholastic Dishonesty FLB(Local)] The instructor shall make a written report of the incident and of the planned action to his Department Chair. The Department Chair shall report the incident and action to appropriate instructional dean who shall review the case, notify the student and, if necessary, take further action. This may involve either probation or suspension of the student or students in question. If such disciplinary action is deemed necessary, the Vice-President of Student Services shall be notified, and the action shall be taken through that office.”

 

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Disability

Accommodations

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a non-distracting environment, note taker in class, etc. On the Corinth Campus go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207.  On the Gainesville Campus go to room 112 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-7731 ext. 4321.  North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).

Student Success

The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals.  This program also links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free 24/7 online tutoring and helps new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students.  All students are invited to visit the Student Success Center on the Corinth Campus go to rooms 170, 182, or 188; on the Gainesville Campus visit the library; on the Flower Mound Campus go to room 111, on the Bowie Campus go to room 124.

 

TRiO Program

TRiO Programs are federally funded programs which offer services designed to assist students in achieving their academic goals. Services include educational workshops, academic advising, tutoring, personal counseling, career counseling, cultural enrichment, and financial aid information. Students may be eligible for TRiO if they are currently enrolled at North Central Texas College, have academic need, and meet at least ONE of THREE criteria which include: 1) first generation status—neither parent has graduated from college 2) income level is within federal low income guidelines, and/or 3) has a documented disability. TRiO is located in Room 170 on the Corinth Campus and Room 111 on the Gainesville Campus. To learn more, stop by or call 940-498-6214.

 

Students can access our website by going to www.nctc.edu and clicking on the red button in the middle of the page labeled “Tutoring and Other ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES” or by going directly to http://www.nctc.edu/Student_Services/Access/AcademicandStudentSupportServices.htm.

Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Veterans Services

The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of programs for students who need assistance in financing their education.  The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA.  For more information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office

Tobacco-Free Campuses

Beginning January 1, 2012, ALL campuses of North Central Texas College became tobacco-free. NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco on campus property. Information on tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. Go to http://www.nctc.edu/TobaccoFree/index.html, and click on "Tobacco Cessation Programs" for more information. For questions or concerns please contact the Office of Vice President of Student Services at 940.668.4240. 

EEOC Statement

North Central Texas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in the employment or the provision of services.

 

COURSE INFORMATION

Participation

An important element of learning is participation. "Learning" is an active verb. This involves taking an active part in the learning process demonstrated by responding appropriately on a regular basis.  You must let notify provide email me via the Canvas Program if you cannot do you weekly assignment due to a life crisis.

 

Assignment Due Dates

An assignment must be submitted on or before the due date.  No late work.  Students are expected to present themselves in a professional manner and show responsibility.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism will result in a grade of F for the assignment and possibly the course. Multiple infractions could result in dismissal from the teacher education program and/or NCTC. Plagiarism consists of copying directly from a source without properly citing the source. It is also using someone else’s work and claiming it as your own. Please cite all references.

Professionalism

Students are expected to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times. This includes respecting the thoughts of other classmates and the instructor. Also included is the following: participating discussions, accepting constructive criticism, turning in high quality work, and understanding that this is a growth experience. All students enrolled in this class shall demonstrate common decency and acceptable behavior conducive to a positive learning environment.

 

 

Grading Policy

 

 

Journals = 150 points

Class Assignments = 150 points

Discussion Forums = 300 points

Tests  & Final Exam= 300 points

Research Paper = 100 points

 

See the calendar for a full description of each assignment.  

900-1000 = A (Superior College Level Work)

899-800 = B (Above Average College Level Work)

799-700 = C (Average College Level Work)

699-600 = D (Questionably Unacceptable College Level Work)

599-below = F (Unacceptable College Level Work)

 

COURSE CALENDAR (Subject to change)

August 22-28

 

 

v     Introductions & Welcome

v     Unit 1: Change

Introduction Module

      Purchase the textbook 

      Post an introductory message in the Welcome / Discussion Forum.

 

Unit 1: Change:

      Read Chapter 1 in your text

      Read the Chapter 1 Lecture

      Review the Chapter 1 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals or Discussion Forum under the Change Module

 

 Aug 29- Sept 4

 

Unit 1: Engage

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 2 in your text

      Read the Chapter 2 Lecture

      Review the Chapter 2 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, or Discussion Forum under the Engage Module

 

Sep 5-11

 

Unit 1: Persist

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 3 in your text

      Read the Chapter 3 Lecture

      Review the Chapter 3 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Persist Module

      Complete Unit 1 Test

 

 

 

 

Sep 12-18

 

Unit 2: Connect

 

 Assignments:

      Read Chapter 4 in your text

      Review the Chapter 4 Complete Assignment Building Your Information Literacy Skills

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Connect Module

 

Sep 19-25

 

Unit 2: Think

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 5 in your text

      Read the chapter lecture

      Review the Chapter 5 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Think Module

 

Sep 26-Oct 2

 

 

Unit 2: Prioritize

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 6 in your text

      Read Chapter 6 Lecture

      Review the Chapter 6 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Prioritize Module

      Complete Unit 2 Test  

 

Oct 3-9

 

Unit 3: Learn

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 7 in your text

      Complete Learning Styles Activity

      Review the Chapter 7 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Learn Module

 

Oct 10-16

 

Unit 3: Read

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 8 in your text

      Read the Chapter 8 Lecture

      Review the Chapter 8 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Read Module

 

 Oct 17-23

 

Unit 3: Record 


Assignments:

      Read Chapter 9 in your text

      Read Chapter 9 Lecture

      Review Chapter 9 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Record Module

      Watch the Cornell Notes Video

      Review the sample Cornell Notes Templates (2). Feel free to print these and use.

      Complete the Unit 3 Test

 

Oct 24-30

 

Unit 4: Study

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 10 in your text

      Review Chapter 10 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Study Module

 

Oct 31 – Nov 6

 

Unit 4: Prosper

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 11 in your text

      Review Chapter 11 PowerPoint

      Watch videos regarding financial aid and budgeting

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Prosper Module

 

Nov 7-13

Unit 4: Present

 

Assignments:

      Read Chapter 12 in your text

      Review Chapter 12 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Present Module

      Complete the Unit 4 Test

 

Nov 14-20

Unit 5: Communicate

Assignments:

 

      Read Chapter 13 in your text

      Review Chapter 13 Lecture

      Review Chapter 13 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Communicate Module

 

 

Nov 21-27

 

Unit 5: Plan (Note we are covering Chapter 15 this week and will come back to complete Chapter 14 the last week of the course)

 Assignments:

 

      Read Chapter 15 in your text

      Review Chapter 15 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Plan Module

 

Nov 28 – Dec 4

Unit 5: Live (Chapter 14)

Assignments:

 

      Read Chapter 14 in your text

      Review Chapter 14 Lecture

      Review Chapter 14 PowerPoint

      Complete any Assignments, Journals, and Discussion Forum under the Live Module

 

Dec 5

 Unit 5 Examination Final Exam Chp 13, 14, 15

 

 

ASSIGNMENTS

JOURNALS

Students will complete a weekly journal. The goal of the journals is to help students become a reflective practitioner. A reflective practitioner is constantly judging how things are going, asking questions, seeking advice and assistance, and navigating change. The goal is always to do it better. These journals are personal reflections. Any plagiarism will result in a grade of zero. Continued plagiarism could result in disciplinary action by NCTC. At no point should student’s copy (and paste) material into their journal entries from a website, book, or other person. Please read and be familiar with the Scholastic Integrity and Plagiarism portions of this syllabus.

 

Requirements for Journal Entries:

·     Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx)

·     Double Spaced

·     12 point Arial font  minimum of 300 words

·     Contains college level writing and grammatical skills

·     Submitted as an attachment to the appropriate drop box

·     Fully address all parts of the assigned topic

 

CLASS ASSIGNMENTS

This category is the average of class assignment grades.  Students are responsible for completing these assignments according to the policies stated.  They will be listed under each week’s Module.  There will be a total of 10 assignments throughout the course.

DISCUSSION FORUMS

Students will participate in one Discussion Forum for each topic within the units.

To fulfill the requirement of each Discussion Forum, please create a post with a minimum of 250 words and then reply to at least two other classmates' posts in this forum. College level writing skills and a professional tone are required in all discussion forum posts and replies. These Discussion Forums will reinforce the readings, help you gain perspective and knowledge about the given topics, and help you to practice professionalism and good communication skills. Please "post" in a professional and courteous manner; conduct yourself in the way that you would in a professional work setting. Students will be graded based upon their post and replies. Any posts or replies which do not "add to" the discussion and are only one sentence statements will not be counted. To receive full credit, posts should be a minimum of 250 words and replies a minimum of 75 words each reply

*Research Paper Assignment

The purpose of this Research Paper Assignment is to allow you the opportunity to be exposed to topics covered in social and psychology based research.  This assignment also studies the methodologies that are used in these studies.  As a student you will be reading and reviewing journal articles, books, or other scholarly publications to assess the effectiveness of the research that it involves.

In this assignment you will choose a social topic for your review that interests you. 

  • Step 1: Find a current social issue (local, national or global) and write a brief explanation on what you currently know about that issue.  A list of topics will be provided but you may select your own. 

-        Explanation needs to be at least a half page typed. No research is needed at this point, just your thoughts/opinions on the topic. 

  • Step 2: Outline. Submit an outline of your paper.

-        Must provide reference page (APA style) with at least 2-3 reliable scholarly resources (preferably journal articles) that you’ll be using in your paper.

  • Step 3: Research the social issue. Write a 3-5 page paper (3 full pages minimum not including cover and reference page) discussing what you discovered about your social issue, specifically the pros/cons of the issue or different sides of the issue, how this issue impacts you short/long term, what are the consequences of the issue and what can you do about this issue. End with a personal reflection of the social issue (i.e., has your opinion changed about the issue, etc.).

-        Don’t forget! Paper must have at least 3 reliable resources (books, news articles, journal articles, etc.).  Regular websites do not count!

 

Project is worth 100 points; each step is worth a percentage of the 100 points.  A timeline of when this will be due along with additional resources to assist you with this project will be given at a later time. 

Test & FINAL EXAM

There will be a multiple choice quiz over Units 1, 2, 3, 4, and unit 5 will be your final exam which will cover the three chapters studied during that unit.